Haseley, 21, became the first collegiate position player drafted by the Phillies in the first round since Chase Utley out of UCLA in 2000.

"It doesn't feel real at all," Haseley said. "I feel extremely grateful and blessed and I know the Phillies are an amazing organization. I'm just super excited to get started and go through the process."

"Adam Haseley is an exciting college baseball player who has strength in all areas," amateur scouting director Johnny Almaraz said. "He can run, throw, field, hit and hit with power. He is a player with above-average intangibles for the game."

Haseley's ability to draw walks and not strike out – he walked 44 times and struck out only 21 times in 58 games – makes him a good fit for a Phillies organization that wants to see its hitter utilize good plate patience.

"It was talked about a few times and I think that's another part of the game I can add to," Haseley said. "It's something you definitely something you have to put a lot of mental focus on with how disciplined you can be. It's something I worked on in the fall and it kind of rolled over into spring."

Haseley, who said he did not work out for the Phillies, grew up a Jacoby Ellsbury fan. Haseley hopes to sign quickly and get his Phillies career underway this summer.

Although he also pitched in college, Haseley will be an outfielder in professional baseball. He believes he will be healthier by not getting worn down from pitching.

"I prefer playing the field," Haseley said. "I'm excited to just focus on that."